Event Prep Cook

Job overview

The Event Prep Cook role is onsite in Chicago, IL. Compensation is not specified. The cook supports Blue Plate Catering’s event kitchens by preparing ingredients and dishes for catered events. The role helps deliver consistent, high-quality event meals by following recipes and event specifications, maintaining food safety and sanitation, and working with chefs, cooks, and event staff through preparation and cleanup.

What you'll do

• Organize kitchen supplies
• wash, chop, slice, and prepare ingredients according to recipes and event specifications
• follow portion-control, sanitation, storage, and food-safety procedures
• assist with plating and presentation
• adapt prep priorities as events change
• clean and break down the kitchen after events.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

event prep cook

chicago il

blue plate catering

event catering

ingredient preparation

high-volume prep

recipe execution

food safety

sanitation

plating

kitchen cleanup

event kitchen

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• paid time off and sick leave
• commuter benefits
• flexible spending accounts
• free meals
• pet insurance options
• wellness rewards
• Employee Assistance Program.

About the employer

Blue Plate Catering is hiring for this role. Industry: Caterers. Sector: 72.